Why construction is booming in Asia

Sep 8, 2015

Megan Walters

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Construction is big business in Asia as countries across the rapidly changing region build their way to a more inter-connected future.

From massive redevelopments to breathe new life into ageing transport hubs to brand new projects designed to open up regional trade centres to global markets, the region is pouring money into infrastructure to help drive growth in the region’s emerging economies.

This article is published in collaboration with JLL Real Views. Publication does not imply endorsement of views by the World Economic Forum.

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Author: Megan Walters is Head of Research at Asia Pacific Capital Markets, JLL.

Image: Pedestrians walk under red lanterns installed as Chinese New Year decorations, at Pudong Financial Area in Shanghai. REUTERS/Aly Song

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